There is no universal answer to this question as there are a variety of FSA (Flexible Spending Account) programs offered by different employers, and each employer may have different rules and regulations regarding what types of expenses are eligible for coverage. However, in general, most FSA programs will not cover the costs of lice treatment, as this is considered to be a personal hygiene expense. If you are unsure whether or not your FSA plan will cover the costs of lice treatment, you should check with your employer or the FSA administrator to find out for sure.
What are some prescription lice treatments?
There are a few different prescription lice treatments available. The most common is a topical cream or lotion that is applied to the scalp and hair. This treatment works by killing the lice and their eggs. It is important to follow the directions on the package carefully, as some treatments require that the product be left on the hair for a certain amount of time before being rinsed off. There are also oral medications that can be prescribed by a doctor. These work by killing the lice and preventing them from reproducing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the symptoms of head lice?
Intense itching, tickling feeling from movement of hair, lice on your scalp, body, clothing, or pubic or other body hair.
How do I know if I have pubic lice?
If you have itching, hair loss (especially around your pubic area), or any other signs of pubic lice, see a doctor.
How do I know if I have lice or nits?
You will know if you have lice or nits if you find lice or nits on your hair, close to the scalp. Nits are small, white eggs that can easily be missed. Lice live briefly off of human blood and will appear as small, dark brown bugs on the hair shaft.
How long does it take for lice symptoms to appear?
Symptoms may not occur for four to six weeks. Some people may have no symptoms.
How do you know if you have lice on your head?
You can often tell if you have lice on your head because they will be actively crawling around and will be seen on the scalp, clothes, or other body parts where they are attached.
